But there are two points you should consider when texting each other in a long-distance relationship. First of all, agree with your long-distance partner on how often you should text each other. You can text each other every day, every other day or once a week.

How often does a healthy couple text?

Partners who live together, or are married should be careful of not going overboard with the texting. Nicki Martinez a psychologist supports this as she recommends that on average stay-in couples should text three to five times a day.

Why do I feel disconnected in a long-distance relationship?

“Bring up your concerns and feelings in a sensitive, mature way ― to let the other person know how their behavior is affecting you,” she said. “Say, When you go a few days without checking in, I start to feel disconnected from you.